A City of Sadness
Watch TrailerThe story of a family embroiled in the "White Terror," the Kuomintang government's anti-communist political repression that was wrought on the Taiwanese people from 1947-1987.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 悲情城市 |
| Year | 1989 |
| Country | Hong Kong, Taiwan |
| Genre | Drama, History |
| Director | Hou Hsiao-hsien |
| Runtime | 158 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.5/10 (148 votes) |
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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.
This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.
A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.
Director: Hou Hsiao-hsien
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.
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